If you have undertaken a SWUK online workshop for Tier 1 Trial Managers you will already have the necessary admin in place to broaden your horizons with this Tier 2 face to face workshop.

You will attend this workshop alongside prospective Tier 2 judges as it is imperative that the judge and trial manager work in harmony with each other.

This workshop is designed to look at each level within Tier 2 (Levels 5-10) guiding you through everything you need to know to be able to provide a hassle free more advanced trial.

In order to be a Tier 2 Trial Manager you must have undertaken and completed a Tier 1 Trial Manager Workshop and within two years of completion have held at least 1 SWUK trial.

NB. Tier 2 Trial Managers are permitted to Judge as long as the following criteria has been met:

– qualified as a competitor in the Level you are going to judge

or

– if candidate does not have dog with whom they are competing they must first have taken an assessment to show competency in setting an appropriate test, delivering fair judgement and applying any necessary deductions.

Assessment will be by independent judge, candidate to shadow judge and be deemed competent at a live trial (Option to do via Facetime if necessary).

TM’s permitted to judge at Tier 1 to have passed assessment not below Level 4.

TM’s permitted to judge at Tier 2 to have passed assessment not below Level 7.

Key topics include:
– Providing a safe and relaxed trial environment
– How to manage handler and dog teams
– Understanding roles and responsibilities of the judge
– Equipment
– Inputting scores/Understanding marking system
– Working with other members of the Trial Team
– Pre & post trial briefings
– Avoiding pitfalls
  


Getting the opportunity to watch the variety of methods of handling and the natural seeking capabilities of such a wide selection of dogs never gets boring. Trial Managing at these more advanced levels reminds us how special our dogs really are. Organising the order and running of teams and helping them stay relaxed and calm is a skill not to be overlooked. Competitors will be grateful if you are on hand to provide support and resolve queries and potential problems for them during their day. This workshop will give you the confidence to be able to achieve precisely this.

This will be a practical face to face workshop where participation with your own dog is encouraged to help set up realistic trial scenarios. At regular times throughout the day your dog will need to have rest and take breaks in your vehicle. Individuals will be responsible for ensuring the comfort and safety of their own dogs. An exercise area will be available. All venues for workshops and trials have been risk assessed, toilets and kitchen facilities will be available along with light refreshments of tea/coffee/biscuits. You will need to bring your own lunch and plenty of snacks for your dog.

Please complete the booking form below to secure your place on this workshop.

Further details will be provided before the course commences.

Any questions please get in touch with Justine.